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Coffee shops adapt to the new normal
As many countries, including the United Kingdom and the United States, have begun to lift stay-at-home/shelter-in-place orders, we are seeing more coffee shops, cafés and restaurants also starting to re-open or expand their operations — if they were active during the lockdown period
Faribault Woolen Mill Co shifts operations to provide face coverings for Caribou Coffee employees
US, Minnesota-based brands Caribou Coffee and Faribault Woolen Mill Co have announced a partnership that provides face protection for Caribou’s 5,000-plus store and roastery employees.
Peet’s Coffee reopens 35 locations
As part of a phased approach, Peet’s Coffee has announced the reopening of 35 locations in California, Oregon, Washington, and Illinois.
The Tea Spot donates over 55,000 tea sachets to first responders in NY, CA and Texas
Doctors, nurses and staff at eight hospitals and medical centres will receive tea sachets for their break rooms, to support wellness and as a thank you for their work during the continued Covid-19 crisis.
Silk announces coffee date giveaway to support local roasters
Danone North America’s plant-based beverage brand Silk is helping support coffee roasters in the Denver and Boulder communities with a local giveaway.
Exit 11 Coffee expands to new drive-thru location
Despite current economic conditions in the US and all-round uncertainty for service industry businesses, Exit 11’s new location in Union, Missouri, is reportedly attracting new customers daily and has already cultivated a new group of regulars.
21 May — An international day to celebrate tea
Celebrated for the first time this year, International Tea Day offers the opportunity to recognise the importance of the tea industry, from seed to cup, to raise public awareness of the importance of the tea industry and its workers, and to improve the tea value chain.
Indonesia tea industry struggles against Covid-19
The Indonesia tea industry moves to an online tea auction amid the Covid-19 outbreak.
SCA introduces new Roundtable video series
The Speciality Coffee Association (SCA) has announced a new video discussion series in which CEO Yannis Apostolopoulos hosts conversations with leaders in the coffee industry from around the world with a view towards the future.
Keurig Dr Pepper honours healthcare workers during US National Hospital Week
For every social media post of gratitude to healthcare workers that includes the hashtag #FuelingtheFrontline, Keurig Dr Pepper will provide a cup of coffee to a hospital worker.
Lavazza launches “Good Morning Humanity” communication campaign
Developed by advertising agency Armando Testa, the campaign promotes the new values rediscovered by Lavazza and expressed by Charlie Chaplin in his famous Message to Humanity from the 1940 film “The Great Dictator”.
ICO reports coffee prices diverge in April while volatility rises
In its newest report, the International Coffee Organisation (ICO) reported that the volatility of all coffee group indicators grew in April 2020.
Bühler continues interpack plans with virtual trade show
Though this year’s interpack event is postponed, Bühler is inviting customers to join its virtual trade show from 11-15 May 2020.
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Starbucks to re-open 90% of US stores by early June
Beginning Monday 4 May 2020, more US Starbucks stores will be opening in co-operation with local health authorities and local governments.